Finding the Fourth Proportional to 512.72, 707.40 and 338
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 512.72, 707.40 and 338 is: 466.34
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
512.72 : 707.40 = 338 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
512.72/707.40 = 338/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
512.72x = 707.40 × 338 - Step 4: Simplify right side
512.72x = 239,101.20 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 239,101.20/512.72 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 466.34
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